Summary: The IT Project Manager role involves overseeing the management and delivery of IT and digital projects within a public sector organization in Edinburgh/Glasgow. The position requires the implementation of effective project management practices and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes. This is a hybrid role with an initial 12-month contract and the possibility of extension. The position is classified as outside IR35, offering a competitive daily rate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement professional project management mechanisms and documentation for IT and digital projects.
• Support the team in estimating timelines and adhering to project plans.
• Facilitate sprint planning meetings and ensure team understanding of requirements and impacts.
• Direct project team members throughout the project lifecycle and engage with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Track project plans and provide status reports to ensure transparency and progress.

Key Skills:

• Qualified in project management with experience in the project lifecycle.
• Comfortable operating in both agile and waterfall environments.
• Experience in running sprint planning sessions and directing teams through sprints.
• Proven track record in delivering complex IT business projects.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to bring people together for joint outcomes.
• Experience engaging with IT and business colleagues and external partners.
• Successful delivery of custom-built applications throughout the project lifecycle.

Salary (Rate): 425

City: Edinburgh

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT